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Talking Horses: best bets as jump racing returns to Cheltenham

Irish raiders may be in for an excellent afternoon, while Silvergrove is of interest in the lastThe Guardian’s racing writers, Greg Wood and Chris Cook, have been recognised in nominations for the 50th annual Derby Awards. Both men feature on a four-person short list for Racing Writer of the Year while Cook is also up for Racing Reporter of the Year. Continue reading...

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Talking Horses: Best bets for day one of Cheltenham’s Showcase meeting

Black Warrior (2.10) has form on good ground over the summer that makes him the best bet in the opening race of the day at the home of jumps racingAny day at Cheltenham races is special, and while the card at the track today is about as understated as it ever gets here - if you ignore hunter-chase evening in April, at any rate - there will still be more than 10,000 spectators in Gloucestershire to enjoy the action, admire the view and hope that they might spot a Festival contender before anyone else. Related: Horse racing tips: Friday 21 October Continue reading...

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